5 Bed Detached House For Sale

A striking contemporary five-bedroom energy-efficient conversion finished to an exceptional standard located within the Cranbrook School Catchment (2025)



Description

The Old Dairy is a remarkable and beautifully finished contemporary single storey home set in over two acres within a small, historic farmstead. Located in the High Weald National Landscape, the property is a stylish and sustainable conversion of a former dairy/milking parlour, redesigned in collaboration with local, award winning, architects to create a modern family home with exceptional eco-credentials. Externally, the property is clad in Canadian larch with solar glazing to the southerly elevation, all beneath a durable steel roof. Internally, the design is light-filled and contemporary, with subtle nods to the building’s agricultural heritage. Highlights include:

- Two air source heat pumps power underfloor heating throughout (except the home office, which is radiator heated).
- A 7kW solar PV array with an 11kW battery storage system.
- Bespoke aluminium powder-coated windows and doors.
- Remote-controlled blinds in two bedrooms and acoustic wall panelling in the sitting room.
- The property benefits from a 10-year Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) warranty.

The accommodation flows seamlessly from a spacious reception hall into a separate sitting room and a stunning open plan kitchen/dining/family room with large sliding and bifold doors opening to the garden and pond. The kitchen, designed by Portrait Kitchens, includes a comprehensive range of cabinetry and a central island. The Neff-branded appliances include two ovens, an induction hob with downdraft extractor, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer alongside a wine fridge and a Quooker boiling water tap. The dining area opens onto a sheltered veranda and the adjacent sitting / lounge space features a modern wood-burning stove creating a perfect hub for family life.

The bedroom wing houses the luxurious master bedroom suite with two dressing rooms and an ensuite bathroom. Four additional bedrooms offer built-in wardrobes, two have ensuite shower rooms, and a stylish family bathroom features a standalone bath and a walk-in shower. Two bedrooms enjoy direct garden access via sliding doors with remote-controlled blinds.

Additional spaces include a versatile home office/gym/studio over the garage, two store rooms, and extensive under-eaves storage. The utility/laundry room is fitted with a sink, washing machine and tumble dryer. The double garage includes a Zappi 3-phase 22kW electric vehicle charger and a remote-controlled steel-panel door. The plant room houses the renewable energy systems.

The house is approached via a shared private lane with a stone-chipped driveway providing ample parking and turning space. The beautifully landscaped gardens are designed with biodiversity in mind, featuring wildflower lawns, perennial planting, paved terraces and a spring-fed pond with a jetty. Woodland belts to the northwest and southwest boundaries create a haven for wildlife.

Location

The Old Dairy is situated to the southwest of the picturesque village of Sissinghurst. The village shop / post office is renowned for its selection of wines and local produce. The Milk House is a well-regarded village pub offering great food, wine and cask ales.

Cranbrook, under two miles away, offers a wide range of amenities including a supermarket, butcher, bakery, doctor’s surgery, library and both a primary and a grammar school. There is an excellent selection of other schools in the area in both the public and private sectors.

Further shopping and facilities can be found in Tenterden, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone. Staplehurst (4.8 miles) has fast and frequent services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge, Cannon Street and Ashford. A high-speed train service runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.

Golf clubs include Chart Hills, Rye and Dale Hill. Fishing at Bewl Water and riding, walking, mountain bike trails and activity centre in Bedgebury Pinetum. The A21 is easily reached and provides access to the M25, Gatwick, Heathrow and the national motorway network.

*All distances and mileages are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,396 sq ft




Acreage: 2.16 Acres

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Additional Info

Services: Underfloor heating via two air source heat pumps, mains water and electricity, private drainage. Photovoltaic solar panels and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System).